Woman Arrested After Scrawling “Free Palestine” On Crown Heights Sidewalk
A woman scrawled “Free Palestine” outside a Jewish store in Crown Height Monday, and quickly realized her mistake.
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Son Of Israel’s Prime Minister Tours 770
The Prime Minister’s son, Mr. Yair Netanyahu, arrived today for a special tour of Beit Chaiinu – 770 in Crown Heights. He was accompanied on the visit by Rabbi Shmuel Oirachman, head of government relations at the U.S. Treasury.
UPDATED 11:40PM: NYPD Shuts Streets In Crown Heights After Person Threatens To Shoot Cops
The area of Brooklyn Ave, East New York to Midwood is the center of attention Motzei Shabbos after police surrounded a house where the occupant threatened to shoot cops.
Rabbi Michel Vishedsky A”H – Through The Lens of JEM
JEM was privileged to interview Rabbi Vishedsky and his brother about their childhood behind the Iron Curtain and their longing to see the Rebbe.
Polishing Torah scrolls and Distribution of Kimcha DeTishrei to all on Erev Rosh Hashana
At the behest of Russia’s Chief Rabbi, Berel Lazar, the distribution of food baskets was increased this year, and the Rabbi personally came to oversee the large distribution that took place over several days at the Shaarei Tzedek Jewish Chesed Center.
Tashlich Location Again Opens On The Corner of Montgomery Street and Albany Avenue
As Rosh Hashana approaches, we are once again preparing a beautiful space for תשליך at the corner of Montgomery Street and Albany Avenue.
Rare Hoard of Coins From The Jewish Revolt Found In Galilee
The rare hoard of 22 bronze coins, over 1,600 years old (4th century CE) was discovered in a small crevice prepared deep in an underground hiding complex lying beneath the ruins of the Lower Galilee ancient settlement of Hukok.
Testing the Slaughter Knives of Shochtim in Russia
In preparation for Rosh Hashanah, the Shochtim in charge of slaughtering poultry and meat for Russian Jews came to the Chief Rabbi of Russia, Rabbi Berel Lazar Shlita, to inspect their slaughtering knives (chalofim), as is customary in these days preceding the New Year.
Historic First: The Sound of the Shofar Heard in the Historic Amber Castle
The Amber Museum in Kaliningrad, which houses the world’s largest state exhibition on amber, is located in the Dohna Castle, built about 175 years ago as part of Königsberg’s fortification system. This week, the sound of the shofar was heard for the first time within the castle’s walls.
Minnesota’s Shliach’s 85th Birthday in New York
For many years, the Rebbe granted yechidus to those celebrating a birthday. The exception was for birthdays that fell at the end or beginning of Tishrei. Since Rabbi Zeilingold’s birthday was shortly before Rosh Hashanah, as a bachur in the 1950s he was told that he would need to wait for his yechidus.
Woman Struck, Killed By 18-Wheeler Truck in Crown Heights Hit-and-Run
A fatal hit-and-run closed Eastern Parkway Friday morning after an 18 wheeler struck a person around around 5:30am.
Hundreds of The Alter Rebbe’s Descendants Gather For 280th Anniversary of the Birth of the Alter Rebbe
Last night, at the Savyon Cultural Center, the annual event of the Descendants’ Association – “Feeling Connected” – took place, with the participation of hundreds of descendants from across all branches of the family.
Former Governor and Mayoral Candidate Makes Visit To The Ohel
Joining a long list of government officials and stars, former Governor and Mayoral Candidate Andrew Cuomo visited the Ohel this morning in honor of the New Year, accompanied by Rabbi Yaacov Behrman and Stephanie Knepper Basman.
World’s Tallest Chabad House Inaugurated at Russia’s International Center
On the occasion of purchasing their permanent location, on the 27th floor of the central tower in the area, the place was renovated and adapted to accommodate the many activities with business people, Jewish families living in the area, and Jewish youth.
Workshop Guides 100 Yungerleit Seeking the Path of Shlichus
The workshop covered topics such as discovering opportunities, understanding the challenges of joining an existing Chabad house, and the importance of building strong, respectful relationships with the Shluchim already in the field.
Global Community for Young Shluchim Launches New Year with Expanded Programming
Even in remote cities with no frum classmates or farbrengens to join, the daily rhythm of MyShliach learning and programs builds a sense of community that spans continents.
The Fastest Growing Demographic of Shlichus
Chabad Young Professionals (CYP) has rapidly become the fastest-growing demographic in Shlichus, with over 309 centers on six continents dedicated to engaging Jews in their 20s and 30s.
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